Veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan has confirmed that he is not part of “Hera Pheri 3,” after producer Firoz (Feroze) Nadiadwallah publicly stated that the director is not directing the film. In separate reports, Nadiadwallah says Priyadarshan is “not part of it,” and Priyadarshan acknowledges that statement, saying he is no longer associated with the project at present. Priyadarshan also indicates that the sequel’s release is uncertain, suggesting it may “never” reach theatres, citing ongoing legal issues and personal conflicts. NDTV similarly reports that Priyadarshan’s confirmation follows Nadiadwallah’s disclosure that the original director is out of the film. Times of India adds that Nadiadwallah expresses confidence that the project is still moving forward in the right direction, while also praising Priyadarshan’s long-time collaborators Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal. The reports collectively frame the development as a significant change to the franchise’s expected original creative team, with the film’s production and release remaining tied to unresolved disputes.
Priyadarshan confirms he has exited Hera Pheri 3; Nadiadwala says he is not involved
Veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan has confirmed that he is not part of “Hera Pheri 3,” after producer Firoz (Feroze) Nadiadwallah publicly stated that the director is not directing the film. In separate...
- Producer Firoz/Feroze Nadiadwallah says Priyadarshan is not part of directing “Hera Pheri 3.”
- Priyadarshan confirms he has exited and is not associated with the film at present.
- Priyadarshan says the film’s release is uncertain and it may “never” hit theatres, citing legal issues and personal conflicts.
- Reports describe franchise-related legal disputes as part of the uncertainty around the sequel.
- Nadiadwallah says the project is moving in the right direction, while praising Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal.
His confirmation came after producer Firoz Nadiadwala said the original director is not part of the project.
2 hours agoHis confirmation came after producer Firoz Nadiadwala said the original director is not part of the project.
2 hours agoThe future of Hera Pheri 3 appears uncertain after veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan confirmed that he is no longer associated with the much-awaited comedy sequel. The director also expressed doubts about whether the film will ever make it to theatres, citing ongoing legal disputes and personal conflicts.The development comes after producer Feroze Nadiadwala revealed in an interview with Variety India that Priyadarshan was no longer directing the third instalment of the popular franchise.Confirming the news, Priyadarshan said, “What Feroze has said, is true. I am not associated with Hera Pheri 3 at the present.”Hera Pheri 3 Controversy: Director Priyadarshan Breaks Silence On Paresh Rawal's Exit AgainThe filmmaker further hinted that the project's future remains uncertain. “To the best of my knowledge, Hera Pheri 3 will never hit the screen due to lots of legal issues and personal conflicts. Whether I am involved or not is unimportant.”The update comes as a disappointment for fans who were eagerly waiting to see the original team reunite. Hera Pheri 3 was expected to bring back Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty and Paresh Rawal, with Priyadarshan returning to direct the film after helming the 2000 cult classic.However, the sequel has faced several roadblocks over the past few years. One of the biggest controversies revolves around the ownership of the Hera Pheri franchise. South-based production house Seven Arts International has claimed that it owns the rights to the franchise and its characters, a claim that has been disputed by Feroze Nadiadwala.Adding another layer to the legal battle, a spokesperson for Akshay Kumar's production house had earlier stated that they had acquired the rights from Nadiadwala under the understanding that he owned them.Apart from the legal disputes, the film also witnessed Paresh Rawal's sudden exit in May 2025 before he eventually returned to the project, further fuelling speculation around its future. Interestingly, Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty and Paresh Rawal recently reunited in Welcome To The Jungle, which is also produced by Feroze Nadiadwala. However, with Priyadarshan stepping away and the legal issues yet to be resolved, the fate of Hera Pheri 3 remains uncertain.
4 hours agoProducer Firoz A Nadiadwallah confirmed that Priyadarshan will not be directing 'Hera Pheri 3', saying "No, he is not part of it." He also praised his long-standing collaborators Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal, and assured fans that Hera Pheri 3 is moving in the right direction.
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